Hinterreit circular route

Track types

Safety information

Self-assessment: Before every mountain tour, check your physical fitness and correctly assess your strength as well as that of your companions – especially your children! Surefootedness and freedom from dizziness are often very important!

Planning and preparation: Plan every intended mountain tour carefully in advance. Hiking maps and guides as well as information from alpine clubs and locals such as mountain guides and hut hosts can be helpful.

Equipment: In the mountains, you need appropriate equipment and clothing, especially sturdy, high footwear with a grippy sole. Weather and cold protection are essential, as the weather can often change suddenly.

Weather forecasts: Note the current weather conditions at: zamg.at or www.uwz.at. 

Togetherness: Observe the 10 rules for the correct handling of grazing animals and do not leave any litter in nature!

Do not dislodge stones: Do not dislodge stones, as this can seriously endanger other hikers. Marked areas with the danger of falling rocks should be crossed as quickly as possible and with attention and caution.

Turn back in time: This is not a shame but a sign of reason. It becomes necessary if the weather changes, fog sets in, or if the path is too difficult or not in good condition.

Emergency numbers: Alpine emergency: 140, International emergency: 112, Rescue: 144

Tips and suggestions

Further information on hikes and activities in the Hochkönig region: 

For detailed information about hiking maps, the opening hours of mountain lifts as well as huts and alpine pastures in summer, we recommend visiting the local service center. There you will not only get the hiking map but also valuable tips on the best hiking routes and current conditions.

Summer opening hours of the mountain lifts: The mountain lifts offer different opening hours during the summer months, which can vary depending on the weather and season. Please check in advance for the current operating hours.

Opening hours of huts & alpine pastures in summer: The huts and alpine pastures in the region are ideal rest stops for hikers. Here too, the opening hours can differ depending on the season and day of the week. Let the friendly hosts advise you on the offers and specialties on site.

For more information, please visit our website: www.hochkoenig.at.

If you have any questions or want specific information, please feel free to contact us:

Email: region@hochkoenig.at

Phone: +43 (0)6584 20388

We look forward to helping you and wish you lots of fun exploring the beautiful hiking region Hochkönig!

Directions

Arrival from Salzburg: On the A10 motorway to the Bischofshofen exit, then on the B311 towards Bischofshofen. Follow the Hochkönig federal road/B164 to Maria Alm.
Arrival from Innsbruck/Kufstein: On the Loferer Straße/B178 towards St. Johann i.T., then via the Hochkönig federal road/B164 via Saalfelden to Maria Alm.
For the use of the Austrian motorway and expressway network, a valid vignette is required. There is also a mandatory carriage of first aid kit, warning triangle, and warning vest. Further information at Asfinag.

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